Category : Landscaping & Garden & Landscape : Home & Garden

Do I Need to Seal My Cedar Deck?

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Cedar is one of the most durable choices available when it comes to decking materials. Not only is it naturally resistant to insects such as termites, but it also has natural water-resistant properties that help it shed moisture more readily than other types of woods, such as pressure-treated pine.

Tree Border Edging

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Trees are hardworking parts of the landscape. They add ornamental value, some provide shade and others even fruit. It is fitting, therefore, to attentively care to its appearance, not only in pruning, but in providing a border edge. The concept of a border around a tree is the same as edging a flowe

How to Sew a Clothesline Basket

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Simple coiled baskets were made by Native Americans out of grasses, reeds and pine needles. A clotheslines basket updates this technique by using cotton clothesline as a base and fabric or yarn to make the piece more colorful. You can use almost any kind of scrap fabric or yarn for this project, inc

What Is Mulch Used For?

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According to North Carolina State University, mulching is an effective method to reduce yard maintenance. Gardeners have their choice between using organic mulch and inorganic mulch for their flowerbeds, shrubs and trees. Mulch is used for a variety of reasons such as protecting ornamental plants fr

What Are Crossing Timbers?

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Crossing timbers are used beneath rail crossings and other points that require extra strength and length. Crossing timbers are also called relay ties. Many people use old crossing timbers in building construction to provide a rustic look. They are also used in landscaping and gardening because they

How to Drip Irrigate Olive Trees

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Like grapes, olives are among the most diversely-usable crops that gardeners can grow at home. Harvested olives can be eaten raw, pickled or processed into olive oil, tapenade or other products. If you grow many olive trees, a drip irrigation system may be well worth the investment. Drip irrigation